Junior English Programmme (JEP)

At St. Stephen‘s House, University of Oxford
For Children 10-13 Years

“a magical summer programme with
English classes, workshops, sports
and cultural excursions.”

Welcome

Welcome to our Junior English Programme (JEP) taking place in July and August each summer in the magical surroundings of Oxford, UK. With its action packed combination of classes, cultural activities, excursions and social events, the JEP offers young learners the perfect summer language experience. Students attend the JEP from all over the world and for many it is their first time away from home. Our friendly staff make sure that students feel completely at home and at ease with their surroundings.

In the classroom, students are streamed by English proficiency and taught in small, fun groups of no more than ten per class.

Outside of the classroom, students take part in a wide range of cultural, sporting, musical and theatrical activities in the grounds of the College and the city. The JEP also includes sightseeing tours to places of historic interest, such as Blenheim Palace, North Leigh Roman Villa, Warwick Castle and Stratford upon Avon.

About the Junior English Programme (JEP)

The Complete English Language Experience

This programme is for young children aged between 10 and 13 years. It is a residential language immersion experience combining English classes with a range of extracurricular activities. Full board accommodation is included, along with all teaching, sightseeing and evening social events.

International Environment

Students come from all over the world, and stay for 2 to 8 weeks on the campus of St. Stephen‘s House. The campus is perfect for young learners, with a historic feel that tends to encourage learning and motivation. The gardens of the College are perfect for chilling out in free time and breaks.

Mixing with Fluent Speakers

English Learners mix each day with fluent English speakers from another summer programme (Young Prodigies) and this encourages all students to speak in the same tongue, English.

Just 40 Students

The total number of students staying in St. Stephen‘s House is only forty, which means that every student is known by name. With such a small group, our staff members are able to give their individual attention and time to each student, making sure that he or she feels at home and secure.

Included in the JEP:

St. Stephen‘s House, University of Oxford

The course takes place at St. Stephen‘s House, which is a part of the University of Oxford. The building is perfect for young learners, offering a secure environment for teaching and recreation. Students live on campus and have access to all the College‘s facilities. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner are served in the College dining hall.

The Schedule

Week days usually consist of morning classes with afternoon workshops and extracurricular activities. Weekend days usually consist of either a full day tour (Saturday) or a rest day (Sunday).

• English Classes

Morning classes are a chance for students to learn English in small tutoring groups of up to 12 persons. The focus is on making the classes fun as well as informative and teachers try to build confidence in students as much as possible via role-plays and presentations.

• Afternoon Activities

Included in the course is an exciting afternoon activity programme, allowing students to visit Oxford‘s museums, galleries, shops and Colleges. Students will also play tennis, cricket, croquet and try punting on the river.

• Evening Social

During the evenings, students take part in a range of social events, including Quiz nights, International theme events, British Films and talent contests. These normally take place in the college common room.

• A Typical Day

0800-0900: Breakfast in College Hall
0900-0930: Morning Assembly
0930-1100: English Classes
1100-1130: Refreshments in Common Room
1130-1300: English Classes
1300-1400: Lunch in College Hall
1400-1530: Afternoon English Workshop
1530-1700: Sport/Music/Museum/ Sightseeing
1700-1800: Quiet time / homework
1800-1900: Dinner in College Hall
1900-2130: Evening Social Event
2130-2200: Bed Time and Lights Out

Welfare and Security

The programme takes place on secure, safe premises, with constant staff supervision. The front gates are locked at night and students are constantly monitored. There is a 24 Hour Emergency phone number for parents and students and children are supported with on-site staff members that are ready to provide pastoral support whenever required.

Coach Excursions

Students on this programme will take part in two Coach Trips per week (Thursdays and Saturdays) to exciting destinations around the UK. These field trips are educational in nature with the focus on English vocabulary and phrases during the tours.

Optional Extra Services

Extra Tutoring Students wishing to take extra lessons privately are welcome to book these at the time of application. Tutorial options include (but are not restricted to): English Language, Tennis coaching, French, Latin, Science, Etiquette and Grooming, Public Speaking, Common Entrance and Musical instrument tuition. If there is a subject in which you require tutoring that is not listed above, please let us know and we will endeavour to assist.

Taxi Collection and Drop-Off

If you or your child is travelling to or from a major airport, we are able to arrange taxi collection to or from Oxford. If your child is travelling alone, we are able to provide a Chaperone to assist with the transfer at additional cost.

OxfordSure Student Insurance

Students must come with comprehensive travel insurance, to cover eventualities such as illness, repatriation, course cancellation and personal effects. We offer OxfordSure specialist student cover, which is available when making your booking.

Additional Information

Arriving and Departing: Students always arrive on a Sunday in order to commence classes on a Monday morning. Note that there is a reception for parents and students on Sundays at 5pm. Departure is always on a Saturday after breakfast.

Main College: St. Stephen's House
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Application

You can either book online or you can fill in a paper application form and send it back to us.

If you require any support, please either email us or give us a call on +44 (0) 845 130 60 21.

Deposit

There is a booking deposit of £395.00 to accompany your application. Confirmation of your place will be sent to you once your application form has been processed.

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